Author: Don Stacom

Despite widespread opposition, the zoning board approved a 266-unit apartment complex near the center of town.Read More

Addressing health care and housing affordability were prominent pillars of Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s successful campaign and Virginia Democrats’ legislative agenda this year. Cost-conscious proposals saturated the 2026 legislative session and many have become law.Read More

Javier Milei’s reforms to the law will open up high-altitude areas to mining and risk water reserves already strained by the climate crisis, say activistsRead More

Ashwaubenon said it has no authority to ask a homeless man at a bus stop to leave, saying it must change its loitering laws to do so.Read More

In 2017, Montana became the first state to allow tribal students to wear regalia during graduation ceremonies. Other states followed.Read More

A new book reveals why the golfer’s wife was angry over messages Woods would send at all hours.Read More

Local Mojo, a student-run promotional organization that helps connect local musicians to their communities, is planning its first Mojofest at Tussey Mountain on April 18. This is the first timeRead More

Gateway Jax, a leading developer in Jacksonville’s urban core, today announced a signed agreement with Marriott International and The Indigo Road Hospitality Group to open Hotel Merrydelle, a Marriott Tribute Portfolio hotel. Formerly the Ambassador Hotel, the building is set to undergo a transformative renovation as part of Gateway Jax’s development of Pearl Square. The Tribute Portfolio Hotel brand portfolio represents a collection of independent boutique hotels that showcase unique design, create spaces and experiences that connect guests to the surrounding community, and focus on unmatched, sincere service. Hotel Merrydelle is slated to be Downtown Jacksonville’s first lifestyle hotel.Read More

April 10, 2026 2:50 a.m. Food As Medicine Oregon has their Lifestyle and Nutrition Course beginning next Tuesday, April 14th. It’s a 13-week, evidence-based, disease prevention and reversal series that uses lifestyle medicine strategies to address the leading causes of illness both in the U.SRead More

Three flight attendants share the “just in case” travel essentials you should have in your carry-on bag. Shop Apple AirTags, Adidas shoes, noise-cancelling headphones, and more, starting at $7 at Amazon.Read More